2004 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Acura | Morgan |
Model | NSX | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 73 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |